A VIOLENT robber targeted a woman as she withdrew money from a cashpoint while with her nine-year-old daughter.

Now officers have appealed for a Good Samaritan who attempted to intervene to come forward.

The incident took place in Christchurch Road, Bournemouth at around 6.20pm on Monday December 23.

A woman was standing nearby and grabbed the victim around the neck and stole some of the cash from the machine before running away in the direction of Heathcote Road.

A male member of the public tried to grab the female as she was running off, but the offender became violent and managed to escape.

The offender is described as white and around five feet two inches tall with long dark brown hair that was slightly curly. She is described as wearing a thick grey Puffa-style jacket with a fur hood.

Detective Constable Steve Allen, of Bournemouth CID, said: “I am keen to try and locate the Good Samaritan who was involved as they may have vital information to assist my investigation.

“I would also urge anyone who may know who was responsible for the robbery to please get in touch.”

Information to Dorset Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 55190201131, or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.